How to apply an iPad Pro 12.9" (2021, Gen 5, M1) skin
iPad Pro 12.9-inch 2021 M1 skin installation video
Follow our fitting video for the 2021, fifth-generation iPad Pro 12.9-inch with M1. Check the year and generation on your order as well as the screen size.
Dry fitting only. Do not use a phone wet-fitting method or apply liquid beneath a skin on your iPad. Follow the supplied material instructions.
Watch on YouTube ↗ · Pause and replay each stage.
Model not listed? A similar iPad with the same skin type shows the basic fitting method. Cut-outs and alignment can differ; use a skin made for your exact size and generation.
Before you start
Confirm the 2021 M1
Match the size, year and generation to your order. Leave unused pieces on the backing.
Clean and dry
Switch off and unplug. Follow Apple's surface-care advice and let fitting surfaces dry fully.
Support the tablet
Use a clean, stable workspace and good lighting. Avoid pressure on the screen or camera.
Fitting your 12.9-inch M1 iPad Pro skin
Use the video and supplied instructions for exact positioning and application order.
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Check the complete panel
Compare the camera opening and outside margins together before pressing firmly. Do not rely on the logo alone.
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Smooth progressively
Follow the backing-removal method shown and work gradually across the larger surface without touching the adhesive.
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Finish the edges carefully
Use gentle hairdryer warmth only where instructed. Do not stretch a piece to fit or make the tablet hot.
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Inspect all openings
Keep speakers, microphones, connectors, controls and ports clear. Check that accessories do not catch the skin.
Installation questions
Does any 12.9-inch skin fit?
Match the exact generation as well as the size. A shared screen size or fitting method does not establish compatibility.
What if the panel looks misaligned?
Stop and check the model and orientation before pressing further. Do not stretch or cut the skin on the tablet.
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